What are some complications that could arise after a Radiesse procedure?

I have found Radiesse to be an excellent product for enhancing and augmenting the cheekbones, with very low risk of complications.  It can also be injected into the nasolabial folds in certain candidates.

Complications, when they occur, include swelling, bruising, and even lumps around the injected site and are most likely to be apparent in areas of very thin skin.  For this reason, I avoid injecting Radiesse into the tear troughs and the lips, where any injected product will potentially be more visible.  

All injectable fillers require skill and experience to master the injection process and to discern what parts of the face will benefit from each particular product.  For this reason, in my practice I choose to personally perform all injections, rather than delegating this task to a staff member.

The common complications of Radiesse are bruising, redness, swelling, and tenderness on the injection sites. Rarely after injections do some patients develop visible nodules or granulomas. It is important to discuss this with your doctor before injections, all medications, and conditions in order to determine if there is any contradiction to getting treated with Radiesse.

Radiesse is a great product for lifting because it is thick and has longevity.  It should be injected on bone or in the fat layers.  It is best for contouring a cheek, defining a jawline or chin, filling temples or hands.  It should be avoided directly under the eyes or in the lips.  It is not reversible as it is a calcium based product unlike other fillers that are made of hyaluronic acid such as Juvederm Ultra, Volbella, Voluma, Restylane, Belotero.  Best, Dr. Emer.